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Are you having trouble? Use this section to help you troubleshoot the most common difficulties. If you still require assistance, a link to email Technical Support is located at the end of each question.


Top Topics & FAQs
 
 
Have You Run The Audio Setup Wizard Yet?
 
If you're having difficulty with poor sound quality or volume, you should try the "Audio Setup Wizard." This is an interactive help tool that will optimize your computer for best sound quality. To launch the wizard:

  1. Open the Net2Phone CommCenter main window
  2. From the "Options" menu select "Audio Setup Wizard"
This will launch the setup application. Follow the instructions on your screen and your PC should be set for optimum sound! However, we recommend a good headset for the best call experience.

 

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I Can't Hear The Person On The Other End - They Can't Hear Me
 
There are several reasons why you may be experiencing this difficulty. Read through this troubleshooting checklist to find the answer to your problem. If you still have a questions after reviewing this list, there is a link to email support for further assistance.
  1. Make sure that both your microphone and speakers are connected to your computer in the proper inputs. Even if you are using a headset, there is often a separate plug for both your headset speakers and the affixed microphone.

  2. Make sure you have run the "audio setup wizard" as described in the previous question.

  3. Check to see if your speakers & microphone have their own volume levels and increase the level.

  4. Make sure the speaker volume is turned up on your Net2Phone CommCenter. The volume control is located to the left of the dialing pad located on the main window of your Net2Phone CommCenter.

  5. Make sure your Windows audio volume is not set to "mute". Double-click on the speaker icon in your system tray (lower-right corner of the screen next to your PC clock) and check to see that none of the "mute" options are checked.

  6. If the speaker icon is not in your system tray, from your Window "Start" menu:

    • Select SETTINGS - > CONTROL PANEL
    • Click the "Multimedia" icon
    • Make sure the "Show the volume control icon in the system tray" option is checked
    • Click "OK" and follow the previous step


  7. Make sure nothing else is running on your computer (CD player,MP3 player, answering machine, etc.) that may be using your sound card. Close out of all programs and try placing the call again.
If you are connected to the internet and logged into the Net2Phone network, you should be able to place both PC-to-Phone and PC-to-PC calls. If you are still experiencing difficulties, you can send support an email from the link provided below.
 

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I Received An "Invalid Number" Or "Unauthorized Number" Error Message
 
You have tried to place a Net2Phone call and received the following messages: "You have dialed an unauthorized number" or "You have dialed an invalid number."

There are several reasons why you can get the "unauthorized" or "invalid" number message. The following checklist of items may help to solve your problem.
  1. Make sure that you are connected to the Internet and logged into the Net2Phone network. The blue display window on your Net2Phone CommCenter software displays your status. If you are logged-in, your screen will say "ONLINE" under your username.

  2. Make sure you have dialed a valid phone number including area code. Certain numbers, such as local information (555 - 1212), are not allowed for billing reasons.

  3. If calling a regular phone number within the U.S., make sure the number "1" is in the international pull down box (to the immediate left of the dialing box on your software). This should be set to 1 as the default.

  4. If you are calling a regular phone outside of the U.S., make sure you have used the international pull down menu to select the country you are calling. The pull down will automatically select the correct "country code" for you. You may also want to check to see if you have funds in your account.

  5. If the city code of the phone number begins with a zero, try dialing the number without the zero.
If you continue to receive this error message, please contact Net2Phone Support by sending an e-mail to support@net2phone.com.
 

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I Get The "You Cannot Make A Call While You Are Offline" Error
 
You are trying to make a call while you are not connected to the network or not connected to the internet.
  1. Make sure you are connected to the internet and then choose File/Connect.
  2. If you have already created a username, enter your username and password when prompted.
  3. If you have not created a username, choose "Get Username and Password" and complete the registration process.
 

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I Get A "The Username And/Or Password Is Incorrect" Error
 
No, you cannot login with an Account Number and PIN. You must upgrade your existing account and create a Username and Password. Click here to upgrade.

The funds in your account will still available when you upgrade.
this account. Note that while usernames are case insensitive, passwords are not.

  1. If you have not created a username and password, while in the login window, choose "Get Username and Password" and complete the registration process.

  2. If you have a username and password but cannot remember either or both, request your account information by clicking here. Your software will automatically send your username and password to the email address on file for that account.

  3. Make sure you type in the correct username and password making sure to match upper or lower case on all alpha characters.

  4. If you have carefully followed the recommendations above and are still receiving this error please click here and send us the information listed below, plus any other comments you feel might be helpful in quickly resolving this problem:
  1. Your account number and or username
  2. Your preferred e-mail address
  3. Your phone number
  4. Have you been able to launch and call using prior versions of Net2Phone software (for instance, Net2Phone 10.6)
  5. Have you been able to launch Net2Phone CommCenter? If so, have you been able to make a phone call w/ Net2Phone CommCenter?
  6. The Net2Phone CommCenter build number
Note: To find out the build number, click on your software's Help menu and choose About. The build number is the 4-digit number directly below the version number.

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Can I use my Net2Phone Account Number and PIN to login to Net2Phone CommCenter?
 
No, you cannot login with an Account Number and PIN. You must upgrade your existing account and create a Username and Password. Click here to upgrade.

The funds in your account will still available when you upgrade.


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I Get An "Audio Device Is In Use Or Busy" Error Message"
 
In order to fix the audio device problem, you will need to match the Net2Phone CommCenter audio device with the computer's default device. See Find the computer's default/preferred audio device and Find the audio device used by Net2Phone CommCenter . Adjust them to match each other.

If you have carefully followed the recommendations above and are still receiving this error please click here and send us the information listed below, plus any other comments you feel might be helpful in quickly resolving this problem:
  1. Your account number
  2. Your preferred e-mail address
  3. Your operating system (Win 98, 2000, ME, etc)*
  4. The make and model of your computer*
  5. The browser and the version you use*
  6. The type of Internet connection you have (Cable Modem, phone modem (include speed), DSL).
  7. Your Internet provider (AOL, MSN, Road Runner, your workplace network, etc)
  8. Your sound card (see Find the default/preferred audio device)
  9. Have you been able to launch and call using prior versions Net2Phone software (for instance, Net2Phone 10.6)
  10. Have you been able to launch Net2Phone CommCenter? If so, have you been able to make a phone call w/ Net2Phone CommCenter?
  11. The build of your Net2Phone CommCenter (find this in the /Help menu under /About. It will be a 4-digit number directly below the version number.
Notes: * You can find the information for these questions by right clicking on the My Computer icon on your desktop and choosing Properties from the menu and then clicking the General tab.


*** To find out the build number, click on Net2Phone CommCenter's Help menu and choose About Net2Phone CommCenter. The build number is the 4-digit number directly below the version number.
 

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Find The Audio Device Used By Net2Phone CommCenter
 
To find the audio device used by Net2Phone CommCenter, take the following steps:
  1. In Net2Phone CommCenter's main window, click on Options and choose Preferences from the drop-down menu
  2. Click on the "Phone" tab
  3. The Audio Device section lists both the speaker and microphone devices used by Net2Phone CommCenter.
 

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Find The Default/Preferred Audio Device
 
To find the computer's default audio device, take the following steps:
  1. From your Window "Start" menu, Select SETTINGS - > CONTROL PANEL (on Win 2000 and ME it's called Sound and Multimedia) and select the audio tab.
  2. Your default/preferred audio device should be listed in the playback and record sections.
 

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The Net2Phone CommCenter Audio Setup Wizard Is Not Working
 
Your computer's default/preferred audio device must match the audio device listed in Net2Phone CommCenter (see "I get an Audio Device In Use Or Busy Error Message" FAQ). If you have carefully followed the recommendations above and are still receiving this error please click here and send us the information listed below, plus any other comments you feel might be helpful in quickly resolving this problem:
  1. Your account number
  2. Your preferred e-mail address
  3. Your phone number
  4. Your operating system (Win 98, 2000, ME, etc)*
  5. The make and model of your computer*
  6. The browser and the version you use*
  7. The type of Internet connection you have (Cable Modem, phone modem (include speed), DSL).
  8. Your Internet provider (AOL, MSN, Road Runner, your workplace network, etc)
  9. Your sound card (see Find the default/preferred audio device)
  10. Have you been able to launch and call using prior versions Net2Phone software (for instance, Net2Phone 10.6)
  11. Have you been able to launch Net2Phone CommCenter? If so, have you been able to make a phone call w/ Net2Phone CommCenter?
  12. The build of your Net2Phone CommCenter (find this in the /Help menu under /About. It will be a 4-digit number directly below the version number.
Notes: * You can find the information for these questions by right clicking on the My Computer icon on your desktop and choosing Properties from the menu and then clicking the General tab.


*** To find out the build number, click on Net2Phone CommCenter's Help menu and choose About Net2Phone CommCenter. The build number is the 4-digit number directly below the version number.
 

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Have You Run The Audio Setup Wizard Yet?
 
If you are having difficulty with poor sound quality or volume, you should try the "Audio Setup Wizard." This is an interactive help tool that will optimize your computer for best sound quality. To launch the wizard:
  1. Open the Net2Phone CommCenter main window
  2. From the "Options" menu select "Audio Setup Wizard"
This will launch the setup application. Follow the instructions on your screen and your PC should be set for optimum sound! However, we recommend a good headset for the best call experience.
 

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I Do Not Have Any Sound Or The Sound Is Choppy
 
If you have no sound or your sound is choppy and you have recently upgraded to windows 98/ME, you may have a resource conflict or incorrect sound card driver. See Microsoft Product Support Services FAQ Choppy Sound or No Sound Using WDM Drivers (Q192046).

If you have carefully followed the recommendations above and are still receiving this error please click here and send us the information listed below, plus any other comments you feel might be helpful in quickly resolving this problem:
  1. Your account number and or username
  2. Your preferred e-mail address
  3. Your phone number
  4. Your operating system (Win 98, 2000, ME, etc)*
  5. The make and model of your computer *
  6. The browser and the version you use*
  7. The type of Internet connection you have (Cable Modem, phone modem (include speed), DSL).
  8. Your Internet provider (AOL, MSN, Road Runner, your workplace network, etc
  9. Your sound card (see Find the default/preferred audio device)
  10. Have you been able to launch and call using prior versions of Net2Phone software (for instance, Net2Phone 10.6)
  11. Have you been able to launch Net2Phone CommCenter? If so, have you been able to make a phone call w/Net2Phone CommCenter?
  12. The Net2Phone CommCenter build number ***
Notes: * You can find the information for these questions by right clicking on the My Computer icon on your desktop and choosing Properties from the menu and then clicking the General tab.


*** To find out the build number, click on Net2Phone CommCenter's Help menu and choose About Net2Phone CommCenter. The build number is the 4-digit number directly below the version number.
 

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My Computer Stops Responding (hangs) When I Get A Call
 
If your computer stops responding when you get a Net2Phone call and you have a clean install of Windows ME on a computer with a BIOS date earlier than 12/1/99, you may need to reinstall your old sound card driver or download current driver from your vendor. See Microsoft Product Support Services FAQ Windows Me May Stop Responding When Playing Audio Through the Maestro 2E Sound Card (Q264759).

If you have carefully followed the recommendations above and are still receiving this error please click here and send the information listed below, plus any other comments you feel might be helpful in quickly resolving this problem:
  1. Your account number and or username
  2. Your preferred e-mail address
  3. Your operating system (Win 98, 2000, ME, etc) *
  4. The make and model of your computer *
  5. The browser and the version you use *
  6. The type of Internet connection you have (Cable Modem, phone modem (include speed), DSL).
  7. Your Internet provider (AOL, MSN, Road Runner, your workplace network, etc)
  8. Your sound card (see Find the default/preferred audio device)
  9. Have you been able to launch and call using prior versions of Net2Phone software (for instance, Net2Phone 10.6)
  10. Have you been able to launch Net2Phone CommCenter? If so, have you been able to make a phone call w/Net2Phone CommCenter?
  11. The Net2Phone CommCenter build number ***
Notes: * You can find the information for these questions by right clicking on the My Computer icon on your desktop and choosing Properties from the menu and then clicking the General tab.


*** To find out the build number, click on Net2Phone CommCenter's Help menu and choose About Net2Phone CommCenter. The build number is the 4-digit number directly below the version number.
 

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I Receive A "204" Error When I Try To Make A Call
 
With Net2Phone CommCenter open, go to Options > Preferences > Network, click "Restore Defaults," then choose "Set Gateway Manually," and click OK. Try to make a call. If the call is still not going through, please click here to contact customer service.
 

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I Receive A "205" Error When I Try To Make A Call
 
This error message means that Net2Phone CommCenter was unable to access required server resources. Please check your Internet connection and try again. If this problem persists, please click here to contact customer service.
 

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When I Try To Make A Call, I Keep Getting A Message Telling Me I Can't Make A Call When I'm Offline
 
You should first check to see if you have lost your connection to the internet. If you are connected to the internet, exit Net2Phone CommCenter by right clicking on the Net2Phone CommCenter System Tray icon and choosing exit. After Net2Phone CommCenter has completely closed, restart it by double clicking on the desktop icon.

If Net2Phone CommCenter still doesn't connect, either you are behind a firewall or the internet connection to our servers is temporarily not working. If you are connected to the Internet and our servers are not temporarily unreachable, then it is likely that you are connected to the Internet through a firewall. While we cannot guarantee that Net2Phone will work on systems that are behind a firewall, many systems do with a small adjustment to the registry entry for UDP and/or getting your systems manager to open specific ports. For a discussion about these changes please see the FAQ entitled, "Connecting from behind a firewall".
 

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Troubleshooting/FAQ
     How do I place a PC2Phone® call?
     Why am I getting a "Username and/or Password is incorrect" error message?
     Why am I getting an "Audio Device in use or busy" error message?
     Why am I experiencing choppy sound or no sound during a call?
     Why am I getting a "Can't make a call while offline" error message?

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